by Sophie McIntyre | Mar 18, 2022 | Written by Sophie
Hi readers! I wanted to share a piece of writing I wrote for UVIC’s on the Verge writing contest last year on resilience. My hope is that by sharing my mental health experiences, you – the reader, will feel a little less alone. Thanks for reading! I was 13...
by Yo'ad Eilon-Heiber | Mar 18, 2022 | Written by Yo'ad
Hi friends!As someone who has wanted to pursue further education after my bachelors, I have often found myself trying to find a healthy balance between maintaining my grades and maintaining my mental health. Through my four years of schooling I have learned how to...
by Hannah | Feb 24, 2022 | Written by Hannah
*Content warning: Post contains discussion of suicide, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts******Resources:In an emergency situation call 911 (or your local emergency number) right away or go to your local emergency department.International Suicide Hotlines can be found...
by Sophie McIntyre | Jan 24, 2022 | Written by Sophie
At this stage in the COVID-19 chokehold, we’ve all heard hundreds of variations of motivational pandemic speeches preaching how we need to stay connected with each other during these unprecedented times (I know, those words make me cringe too) – but how do we go...
by Yo'ad Eilon-Heiber | Nov 16, 2021 | Written by Yo'ad
As someone who deals with claustrophobia, studying in a crowded library or café does not work well for me. Over my 3 years here at Victoria, I have been able to find places that allow me to ground myself and study calmly, without the anxiety of a cramped space. Below...
